That’s just the starting salary at the base rank; you wouldn't be there for very long! It goes up incrementally every year and jumps when you get promoted. Prom

That’s just the starting salary at the base rank; you wouldn't be there for very long! It goes up incrementally every year and jumps when you get promoted. Promotion is good and can go up to over £40k if you make it up the ladder. See link: http://www.rafcom.co.uk/pay_allowances/pay/2008/raf_air_08.cfm http://www.rafcom.co.uk/pay_allowances/pay/2008/raf_air_08.c... All the perks that the Army get are the same for all 3 services: Job security, free uniform, Forces discounts, expenses, cheap food & accommodation with all utilities included in the rent (free while on operations!), free medical & dental, excellent facilities including: (catering, social clubs, activity clubs, gym), excellent pension, great holidays, world travel, lots of opportunity for sport or expeditions etc. But everyone, including the Army, pays tax! It’s a pretty good life that has a load to offer in addition to a good pay package.